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SH62 WVJ

2012 Fiat Punto

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

77,819 mi
Last recorded77,819 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Fiat Punto51,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH62 WVJ
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 77,819 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box/centre section (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jan 2025 75,921 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2024 73,586 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Pass 2 Feb 2023 71,434 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2022 68,355 miles

Nearside Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2021 59,785 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2021 59,785 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 17 Dec 2019 50,286 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured all (4.4.3 (a))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nsf (5.2.3 (e))

exhaust backbox

Pass 29 Sep 2018 46,824 miles

nearside front tyre close to legal limit

offside front tyre has inner shoulder wear

slight play at offside front track rod end

Pass 27 Sep 2017 42,693 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2017 42,693 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Fail 19 Apr 2017 42,689 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn/cracked within tread and around sidewall

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Tyre worn/cracked within tread and around sidewall

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 42,315 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 34,303 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Fail 30 Nov 2015 34,303 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Fiat Punto?

Based on 6,712,102 MOT tests across 579,551 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
5,424
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
579,551
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 377,326
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 231,791
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 192,244
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 186,022
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 146,383
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SH62 WVJ is a 2012 Fiat Punto in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2012 Fiat Punto models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 51,720 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Punto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 377,326 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SH62 WVJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Punto typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 14 years old, this Fiat Punto is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SH62 WVJ registered?

SH62 WVJ is a 2012 Fiat Punto, first registered on 30 November 2012.

Is SH62 WVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH62 WVJ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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